All Hallow’s Music
The Whitetop Mountain Band is set to play a Halloween old time dance Saturday at the Floyd Country Store.
Midnight Blue will take the Chateau Morrisette stage at 1 p.m.
Floyd is celebrating Halloween on Oct. 31 with a full day of music.
Kicking things off, at the Floyd Country Store, is a CD release party as part of the regular Americana Afternoon series. The Marvin Harlow CD release party begins at noon. A traditional mountain music artist, Harlow is known for songs like “Floyd County Home” and “Moonlight Farewell.”
Following the release, Americana Afternoon continues with a 1:30 p.m. performance by The Midnight Traynhams. Admission is free for the music, which runs till 3 p.m.
At 1 p.m., Chateau Morrisette will host Music on the Courtyard, featuring Roanoke-based variety band Midnight Blue until 4 p.m.
A five-piece rock, pop and country band, Midnight Blue boasts more than 150 years of combined experience. Admission is free.
Capping off the spooktacular day of sound, The Whitetop Mountain Band will headline an old time dance starting at 7 p.m. at The Floyd Country Store.
Tickets are $12, and the show runs till 9:30 p.m.
‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network to host Made in Southwest Virginia Holiday Market (copy) (copy) (copy)
The 2026 Southwest Virginia Artisan Conference will take place Friday, Nov. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Heartwood Artisan Galleries & Visitor Center in Abingdon. Designed to help artisans strengthen their creative businesses, the conference will offer practical insights, opportunities to connect with fellow makers, and ideas attendees can put to work in their own businesses.
From building marketing skills and reaching new customers to growing a sustainable creative practice, the conference will equip participants with tools, knowledge, and connections to support their next stage of growth. An optional afternoon lunch and workshop will also be available for an additional fee.
On Saturday, Nov. 7, the 2026 Made in Southwest Virginia: Holiday Market will welcome visitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Heartwood. Featuring more than 40 ‘Round the Mountain artisan vendors, the market will offer visitors an opportunity to shop for locally made gifts while supporting the artists and craftspeople who contribute to Southwest Virginia’s creative economy.
“Southwest Virginia’s artisans are an important part of what makes our region distinctive,” said Kim Davis, executive director of Friends of Southwest Virginia. “These events create opportunities to support our artisans, strengthen connections across the creative community, and share the quality and character of the work being made here in Southwest Virginia.”
Both events are supported through a grant from Virginia Humanities, helping ‘Round the Mountain continue its work to support the region’s cultural assets and creative economy.
For additional information and registration details for the Artisan Conference, visit swvaarts.com. For information about the Made in Southwest Virginia: Holiday Market, call 276-492-2400.
Baseball mask funds approved
Floyd County Supervisors on Oct. 27 approved a $3,000 allocation to help the parks department purchase baseball helmet with face masks.
The extra funds will buy 50 helmets total, with five helmets for each of the 10 teams. Officials noted that the cost for a helmet with a mast would be around $50 per helmet.
Staff also said there was no room I the parks and recreation budget to absorb the cost.
Softball teams already have helmets with face masks. The masks are used while the team is at bat.
The motion passed unanimously.
In other news, Supervisors passed on their right of first refusal to buy Blue Ridge Mountain Community Mobile Home Park.
Vice Chairman Jerry Boothe noted that the park has 24 occupied lots, pointing out that those are 24 people that will be impacted by the sale. He expressed hope that the new owners wouldn’t be moving the people out of their homes.
Boothe added that there’s nothing for the county to do.
“I just wanted to voie my concern that there are going to be 24 families, or couples, or individuals, that may have their lives upended, and it is unfortunate.”
The measure passed unanimously.
Upcoming events at the library
October 29- Scrabble at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Thursday, October 29th at 1:30 pm. Enjoy a challenging and fun game of Scrabble with other word enthusiasts.
October 31- Ukulele Learning and Jamming at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Saturday, October 31st. Have a ukulele gathering dust at home? Now’s the perfect time to start playing! The first half hour will cover the basics or serve as a refresher. After that, enjoy a beginner-friendly jam session featuring classics from the ’60s through today’s pop favorites.
Floyd’s favorite ukulele instructor, Mim, will lead the program. No experience is necessary. Please bring your own instrument if you have one. A limited number of ukuleles will be available to borrow. Ages 13 and up are welcome.
November 2-- Friendship Café with NRV Agency on Aging at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Monday, November 2nd at 9 am. Are you looking for a community outing to share a meal, enjoy the company of others and have fun? The Friendship Café provides an opportunity for qualifying seniors 60 or older to socialize with friends and neighbors, enjoy a nutritious meal, and engage in enrichment activities, and healthy movement. *Registration is required. Please contact the NRV Agency on Aging at 540-980-7720 to register or learn more.
November 2- Meditation at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Monday, November 2nd at 4 pm. Welcome to all: people who have never tried sitting meditation and people who have some experience in meditating and would like to share the experience and space with others. After a period of saying "hellos" and getting settled, we'll start a twenty-minute period of seated silence. After that, everyone is free to socialize and share if they wish. Chairs are available for folks who aren't comfortable sitting on the floor, but you're welcome to bring a yoga mat and/or cushion.
November 3- The Jessie Peterman Memorial Library will be closed on November 3rd.
November 4- All Ages Storytime at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Wednesday, November 4th at 10:30 am. Share stories, rhymes, music, and movement, and a craft as a family. Develop early literacy skills and encourage a love of reading.
November 4- Big and Little Social Club at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Wednesday, November 4th at 11:15 am. Hang out and socialize after our regular story time with other caregivers and the little ones in their care. We'll put out toys for the tots although adults are welcome to play too!
November 4- Bingo at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Wednesday, November 4th at 2 pm. Fun and Prizes
November 5-Scrabble at the Jessie Peterman Memorial Library on Thursday, November 4th at 1:30 pm. Enjoy a challenging and fun game of Scrabble with other word enthusiasts.
